Crochet Griddle Stitch Gingham Blanket (Easy Video Tutorial)

The Griddle Stitch Gingham Blanket by Daisy Farm Crafts is a classic checked blanket made with one easy textured stitch. The pattern is shown in black, gray and cream, and in the video Tiffany works a sample in gold, light yellow and off-white, which shows how well the design works in any palette. Once you get the hang of carrying the second color, it is a relaxing, rhythmic project.

Gingham Blanket at a Glance

• Designer: Tiffany of Daisy Farm Crafts
• Finished size: about 36 x 34 in (91 x 86 cm)
• Yarn: Caron Simply Soft (medium weight acrylic): 2 skeins Gray Heather, 1 Off White and 1 Black
• Hooks: 5.5 mm (I) for the chain and 6 mm (J) for the blanket
• Stitch: griddle stitch (alternating single and double crochet)
• Video length: about 18 minutes

How the Gingham Is Made

The griddle stitch alternates single crochet and double crochet across the row, which gives a dense, pebbly texture. To make the checks, you work with two colors in the same row: the color you are not using is carried along the top of the row and crocheted over, so there are no floats on the back. Colors change on the double crochet stitches, and the blanket is built in blocks of rows that alternate to form the gingham.

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What the Video Covers

1. Gingham overview and materials.
2. Starting the griddle stitch on the foundation chain.
3. Changing yarn colors and carrying the unused color.
4. Introducing the third color for the next block of rows.

Images and patterns courtesy of Daisy Farm Crafts

Enjoy the Video Tutorial

Source: Daisy Farm Crafts

Tips for Crisp Checks

• Make a swatch first to practice carrying the yarn and check your tension.
• Keep the carried yarn relaxed so the blanket does not pucker.
• Use a bigger hook than usual for the body, since carried yarn makes the fabric firmer.
• Choose high contrast colors for a bold gingham, or soft pastels for a nursery.

More Gingham and Plaid from Daisy Farm Crafts

Try the griddle stitch checkerboard baby blanket, the pink gingham blanket or the blue plaid blanket.

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